Old World Christmas

This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately hand-painted with many...

The Story Behind Gone Fishing are an angler's favorite words. The beautiful Rainbow Trout is one of the most popular sport fish. However, fishing isn't just the thrill of a tight line with a strong...

The Story Behind Owls are symbols of wisdom because they look so serious and thoughtful. Since they can see in the dark, they represent seeing through the darkness of ignorance. Despite its small...

The Story Behind Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the...

The Story Behind The peacock s grandeur and stateliness are the reasons for its association with royalty. It was believed to guard the Tree of Life, therefore, kings sat upon thrones decorated with...

The Story Behind Long ago when parents decorated the Christmas tree they hung the pickle ornament last, hiding it in the green boughs. When the children were allowed to view the tree, they would...

The Story Behind Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the...

The Story Behind If you want to travel the world, you ll need your valid passport at the ready! Issued by the US State Department, this little booklet is not just an official document; it s a...

The Story Behind This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, the ornament was delicately...

The Story Behind Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, and so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas Tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of...

The Story Behind Long ago when parents decorated the Christmas tree, they hung the pickle ornament last, hiding it in the green boughs. When the children were allowed to view the tree, they would...

"Gone Fishing" are an angler’s favorite words. The beautiful rainbow trout is one of the most popular sport fish. However, fishing isn’t just the thrill of a tight line with a strong fish on, but a...

The Story Behind This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, it was delicately...

The Story Behind The peacock's grandeur and stateliness are the reasons for its association with royalty. It was believed to guard the Tree of Life, therefore, kings sat upon thrones decorated with...

The Story Behind Ladybugs received their name centuries ago in Europe. When farmers prayed to the Virgin Mary for help against aphids ruining their crops, their prayers were answered by the arrival...

The Story Behind Beautifully marked in brilliant black and white, Loons prefer secluded North American lakes and are excellent swimmers that can stay underwater for long periods. They are solitary,...

The Story Behind Many years ago, log cabins provided shelter on the American Frontier as settlers moved west. In fact, our 16th President, Honest Abe Lincoln, was raised in a log cabin. Today the Log...

The Story Behind Sharks have been living in the oceans for 350 million years. They are incredibly sensitive to sounds, scents, and vibrations making them efficient hunters. Sharks help to maintain...

The Story Behind The Fortune Cookie is an American invention with origins in California. This delicate, crisp cookie always contains a small piece of paper with a happy message inside. Now it is so...

The Story Behind One of the most popular team sports, Hockey was invented in the mid-1800s in Canada. Played on ice, it requires speed, strength, stamina, great skating ability and fearlessness. The...